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Country Guide

This European country guide outlines the countries our exciting collection of cruises visit throughout Europe. All of our cruise ships are carefully selected — some of which are exclusively chartered by The River Cruise Line. Whether you want to spend spring in the Dutch bulb fields or summer in the vineyards on the bank of the Rhine, we have cruises for all seasons and across so many countries that we’re sure we’ll have the perfect European cruise for you. Read below to find out more about each of the countries we explore on our cruises.

The beautiful country of Bulgaria lies in the central part of the Balkan Peninsula and is mostly dominated by mountains and forests, except for the lower Danube region in the north, which is shared with Romania.

Hungary is located in central Europe and is bordered by a total of seven countries, meaning it is completely landlocked. The rivers that run through it, namely the Danube, bring water and tourists into Hungary.

The Netherlands boasts colourful canals, quaint windmills and a rich maritime history. It is best known for its vibrant tulips and the fields upon fields of flowers which can be seen in the springtime.

The sun-kissed country of Portugal is probably one of the most surprising destinations for a river cruise; but it has everything you could want, with a rich history, vibrant culture and natural beauty that should not be underestimated.

Slovakia, officially known as the Slovak Republic, is situated in central Europe, bordering five countries, including Austria, Poland and Hungary. It’s capital city, Bratislava, is famous for its grand architecture.

Switzerland can boast that its Alps are the source of the Rhine, one of the most famous rivers in Europe. Switzerland has breathtaking scenery sure to delight any traveller. Switzerland is also famous for its chocolate and its cheese, so it’s the ideal cruise location for foodies.